Author: Tim Collins
Genre: Middle grade, young adult, humor
Publication: 2010
Source: Library
Genre: Middle grade, young adult, humor
Publication: 2010
Source: Library
Summary: Nigel is a 100 year old vampire eternally trapped in the life of a 15 year old teenager. Unlike most vampires, however, Nigel is kind of a wimp, with no super human strengths or good looks. In fact, his younger vampire sister can beat him up. He tries to blend in at school, until he meets the new girl, Chloe, and falls madly in love with her. While attempting to win her love, he records about it in his new diary, as well as poorly composed poetry for her, and ramblings of his daily life as a lame vampire with embarrassing, old fashioned vampire parents.
My Thoughts: This was an incredibly quick read, and very similar to the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, complete with funny illustrations. In fact, when it was originally published in England, it was titled Diary of a Wimpy Vampire. Hmm. A little close for comfort? Good thing they changed the title.
Anyways, I thought this book was pretty funny. I liked Nigel's voice, which was a bit old fashioned, seeing as he had been around for 100 years. For example, he continually said things like, "I shall," which made me laugh. His corny poetry, which he seemed to think was ultra romantic, was quite funny too. Nigel is nothing short of a wimp, getting fake excuses in order to sit out of PE class, and getting beat by his little sister. He was, however, more of the quiet, intellectual type, constantly writing poems and looking for love. His personality definitely made me laugh.
While I thought this book was a cute quest for love, from the point of view of a vampire, I wasn't blown away. It was a simple story without extensive details and definitely designed for a younger crowd. I think middle grade students would really enjoy this book, but may not be as enjoyable for an older crowd.
My Rating: 3/5
This sounds like a cute read I'd like to borrow. Thanks for your review.
ReplyDeleteIt does sound like a read that middle grade kids would love. Nice review Steph.
ReplyDeleteIt is hard not to think this is a bit of a rip off of the Wimpy Kid books. The premise sounds fun but also like not a lot is done with him being a vampire.
ReplyDeleteI never read Diary of a Wimpy Kid, but I keep great things about it. This sounds fun. ;)
ReplyDeleteIt sounds cute, but I don't really see where the vampire aspect comes in...seems like that is a random thing that he's a vampire, not part of the story at all ?
ReplyDeleteHey Steph!! Just wanted to leave a comment to say that I love your blog and have added it to my Reader. I too, am a bookworm...and while I have a blog, it's not solely dedicated to books, but I am trying to incorporate more books/reading into my blogging. Glad i found you!!
ReplyDeleteI bought this for my 10-year-old for Christmas and she's enjoying it so far. I'll have to borrow it from her when she's done.
ReplyDeleteHaha, I'm 18 years old and I thought this book was both dorky and adorible. In fact, I think I enjoyed it more then my 10 year old sister did. Great read for those young at heart (Or who just simply don't want to grow up :P)
ReplyDeleteHaha, I'm 18 years old and I thought this book was both dorky and adorible. In fact, I think I enjoyed it more then my 10 year old sister did. Great read for those young at heart (Or who just simply don't want to grow up :P)
ReplyDeleteHaha, I'm 18 years old and I thought this book was both dorky and adorible. In fact, I think I enjoyed it more then my 10 year old sister did. Great read for those young at heart (Or who just simply don't want to grow up :P)
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